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10 Best Nursing Homes in Elwood, IL
If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Elwood nursing home, our senior living advisors can help. The term “nursing home” is often used interchangeably with assisted living or other senior housing options; but a nursing home is a skilled nursing facility for individuals with serious, debilitating short- or long-term health issues. So even the best nursing homes in Elwood, IL may not be right for seniors who don’t require round-the-clock care.
We can help you determine if a skilled nursing facility in Elwood or another care type is right for you. Browse 18 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Elwood.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Flossmoor Highlands, Fernway and Goodings Grove.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Andres, Kentland and Peotone.
Nursing Homes Facilities near Elwood, IL
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We moved our mom in just about a year ago. The overall experience has been amazing from the first time stepping foot into The Timbers the process was very easy all of the staff is always welcoming. My mom is...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Timbers of Shorewood delivers an unusual blend of secure senior living with elegance and independence! With full-service kitchens in every apartment, supportive services available for Independent living residents and perfectly coordinated services for Assisted Living residents. There is a...
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Very clean. Receptionist very friendly. My loved one doesn't participate in activities but there seems to be something scheduled daily. There is almost NO communication from administrative staff. They don't...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Inn at Willow Falls was designed with consideration for every facet of a secure and enriching senior lifestyle — from a choice of meticulously designed apartments to a complete program of supportive care and social services. Residents will delight in the beautiful grounds, the comfortable...
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Dedicated to Good LivingOur longstanding mission is to transform the way society thinks about aging and senior living. Our Victory Centre of Joliet community is an extension of that promise. We are steadfast in our commitment to cultivate a genuine home for you or your loved one. Above all else,...
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The community and staff have been good all around. It's just the unfortunate that they have changed management/companies multiple times in the past year and a half. Which led to staffing shortages...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Rock Run Place offers a home like setting and cheerful smiles from our professional staff who greet you everyday. Assisted Living and Memory Care levels of care are available on our campus. Our peaceful setting, restaurant style dining experience, activities and beautiful setting combine to...
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The main nursing staff is very good here. I know they've had changes with the management but the primary nurses are very good. However, they need to work on staffing over the weekends with nursing...
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Rock Run Place offers memory care services to seniors in the Will County, Illinois area. Residents enjoy cultural events, natural attractions, shopping and dining options in Joliet, as well as in Chicago, just 45 miles from our residence.We take regular afternoon outings for shopping at Westfield...
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My loved one has only been here a short time, but so far our experience has been a positive one. They were very helpful and welcoming during the move-in process, and the staff in their assisted living...
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I was back here again after another major surgery on my right leg. Coming home yesterday I have to use a walker but am agile and walk fine. Therapy was terrific. The staff and care are excellent and the...
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Deerbrook Care Centre was the first in the Joliet community to offer the Our Town™ inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation center. At Deerbrook, our highly trained staff of on-site professionals and physical, occupational and speech therapists will work with you or your loved one to achieve the...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Nursing Homes
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Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Cost of nursing homes in Elwood, IL
The average cost of senior living in Elwood is $5,451 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Braceville, IL with an average of $4,831 per month.
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Elwood, IL vs. nearby cities
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Elwood
Recent reviews for nursing homes in Elwood
Meadowbrook Bolingbrook
5.0
My mother has been in Meadowbrook Bolingbrook, IL for over a year. I find my Mother’s Doctor, Nurses, Aid Tech, Administrators, Kitchen Staff, Social Workers and Reception area staff, all of them are Great (friendly, professionals and very helpful). It is a big relief at this time of Pandemic to ...
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Ascension Living Heritage Village in Kankakee, IL
5.0
Staff is very knowledgeable, my room was always clean, good is good, everyone is very helpful. i would highly recommend Heritage Village.
Charter Senior Living of Hazel Crest
5.0
Fives all the way around!!!
He, Mr. [name removed] passed away charter living of hazelcrest is a fair and balanced representation of senior living with dignity.
Elwood nursing homes services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Elwood nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Elwood, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select care services in Elwood nursing homes
Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Elwood that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Elwood, ILNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
35.7%
2.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
35.7%
10%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
64.3%
26.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
71.4%
27.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
42.9%
10.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
14.3%
0.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
64.3%
23.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
35.7%
7.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
42.9%
18.6%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Elwood nursing homes
Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Elwood Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Elwood, ILNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
35.7%
4.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
21.4%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
28.6%
5.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
21.4%
1.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Elwood nursing homes
Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Elwood partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Elwood, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
28.6%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
28.6%
1.5%
No sugar
No sugar
21.4%
1.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
28.6%
3.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Elwood nursing homes
Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Elwood communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
28.6%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
35.7%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
21.4%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.3%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Elwood nursing homes
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Elwood offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
28.6%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
35.7%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.6%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.9%
6.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
35.7%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
42.9%
6.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
28.6%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
35.7%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
35.7%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
35.7%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
35.7%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
28.6%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.3%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
35.7%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Timbers of Shorewood, Porter Place Memory Care and StoryPoint Romeoville are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Elwood, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 18 nursing homes facilities near Elwood, Illinois. See the full list.
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